Energy Performance Certificate
3, Birchfields Road
M13 0XP
MANCHESTER
Current
C
71
Potential
B
83
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in MANCHESTER, M13 0XP. The property offers 93m² (1001 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 6 habitable rooms. It is a characterful interwar or early 20th century home. The property holds an EPC rating of C (71/100), meeting the government's target standard for energy efficiency. With recommended improvements, it could achieve a B rating (83/100). The gas central heating system has good efficiency, indicating a relatively modern, well-maintained boiler. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed, though the efficiency rating suggests older units. Modern low-E double glazing can be up to 40% more efficient than units installed before 2002. Estimated annual energy costs are £716, comprising £534 for heating, £94 for hot water, and £88 for lighting. The property produces 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home. The property last sold in September 2017 for £200,000.
How Does 3, Birchfields Road Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 71/100, this MANCHESTER property is above average, performing better than 60% of UK properties. Annual energy costs of £716 are approximately £1084 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 93m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 3.1 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the M13 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs MANCHESTER
vs M13
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 71/100, this property is good and performs better than approximately 60% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 40% nationally
Energy Costs: £102/year more than the MANCHESTER average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
With recommended improvements
Based on assessment dated 6 Jun 2020
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Property Information
Full Address
3, Birchfields Road
M13 0XP
MANCHESTER
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 1930-1949
Floor Area
93.0 m²
6.0 total rooms
6.0 heated
Tenure
rental (private)
Efficiency Score
71 / 100
Potential: 83
CO₂ Emissions
3.1 tonnes/year
33 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
188 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
6 Jun 2020
rental (private)
About MANCHESTER
MANCHESTER is situated in Greater Manchester, North West. Properties in MANCHESTER have an average EPC rating of D (score 63/100). The M13 postcode district contains over 7900 registered properties. Built during the mid-20th century suburban expansion, this property reflects the housing developments common to the MANCHESTER area.
Location & Nearby Area
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Property Sale History
£200,000
29 September 2017
Type: Semi-Detached
Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
£534.0/yr
Save £45/yr
Hot Water
£94.0/yr
Save £28/yr
Lighting
77.0% low energy
£88.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Suspended, no insulation (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Main Fuel
mains gas (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 77% of fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
St John's CofE Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2020
Longsight Community Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
St Agnes C of E Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Oct 2022
St James' CofE Primary School, Birch-in-Rusholme
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2023
St Joseph's RC Primary School Manchester
PrimaryLast inspected: May 2019
Manchester Enterprise Academy Central
SecondaryLast inspected: Feb 2022
Plymouth Grove Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Stanley Grove Primary Academy
PrimaryLast inspected: Jul 2019
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 500 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.